Water hardness has a negative impact on the washing process in the machine; things do not return to their former appearance. Highly heated water during the operating cycle leaves scale that can damage individual elements of the unit. The heating element overheats and may even burn out. To make the process as efficient as possible, it is recommended to use a water softener for the washing machine. The aqueous medium, having become softer, will perfectly dissolve the powder in itself, wash things better without harming the machine.
In addition, a humid environment promotes the growth of bacteria, which is a source of unpleasant odors. If you do not organize proper care, then all things will become saturated with such “aromas”.
Chemical compositions
Calgon is the most popular product used to soften water. But his fame is based not on miraculous qualities, but on advertising videos.
In fact, if you carefully study its components, you can understand that the same substances that can reduce the level of water hardness are present in any washing powder that is considered high-quality.
And all that remains is to use the powder according to the recommendations from the manufacturer, which are indicated on the packaging, and not spend extra money, having listened to advertising.
You should remember one feature - the consumption rate of the detergent will depend on the hardness of the water.
The older generation knows very well that water can be softened with the help of ordinary soda, which should be mixed into the powder. This folk method perfectly saves the parts of the washing machine, but has a negative effect on things made of natural material. So it is necessary to use soda thoughtfully and carefully.
These elements are used to soften and purify water from all sorts of impurities. To do this, they are simply installed in the intake hose of the "washing machine".
- Note that filters are different: –
- saltthe cheapest option, and for this reason - affordable. Polyphosphate crystals soften water, significantly improving the quality;
- magnetic filter
- - is able to retain metal particles. The element is universal, it is used even when cleaning water intended for drinking. The filter element is reliable, its price is much higher; ion
- salt accumulations of especially heavy metals settle in the working compartments. After passing through such filtration, the water becomes much softer;
osmosisIn fact, if you carefully study its constituent components, you can understand that the same substances that can reduce the level of water hardness are present in any washing powder considered to be of high quality.
And all that remains is to use the powder according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, which are indicated on the packaging container, and not spend extra money after listening to enough advertising.
One thing to remember is that the rate of detergent consumption will depend on the hardness of the water.
The older generation is well aware that water can be softened using ordinary soda, which should be mixed into the powder. This folk method perfectly saves the parts of the washing machine, but has a negative effect on things made from natural materials. So you need to use soda thoughtfully and carefully.
Simple laundry soap will soften water perfectly. It is simply added to the powder composition. But this method is not suitable for children's clothes, because laundry soap has the property of drying the skin.
Water filters
These elements are used to soften and purify water from all kinds of impurities. To do this, they are simply installed in the intake hose of the washing machine.
Note that filters are different:
saline
magnetic filter
– capable of holding metal particles. The element is versatile and is used even when purifying water intended for drinking. The filter element is reliable, its price is much higher;
ionic
– salt accumulations of especially heavy metals settle in the working compartments.After passing through such filtration, the water becomes much softer;
osmosis
– perfectly eliminates hardness, purifies water from salts and metallic impurities.
“Cold” method of water softening
It is known that at low temperatures, particles of magnesium and other salts “freeze.” This is an excellent method that helps soften water without much difficulty and does not require much time.
To do this, you need to prepare a large container or metal bath, fill it with water and leave it for seven days to settle, placing it in a shaded place or under a canopy. By controlling the process, it is necessary to monitor the appearance of settled particles at the bottom. The upper part of the water is carefully drained and the sediment is removed.
Washing with vinegar in an automatic washing machine